Lime Green 1222-5 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AEC571, LRV 50 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stem Green from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AEC571 · 1222-5
Lime Green
50%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lime Green Technical Profile
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Lime Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lime Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGLime Green
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreStem Green
Stem Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fresh Artichoke
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Gecko
Valspar
Nearly identical
Jungle Floor
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Wonder Woods
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wonder Woods
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Green Flash
Kilz
Very similar
Thrive .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Desert Lime
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lime Rickey
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Green Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lime Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lime Green
#AEC571
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8BB37F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lime Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lime Green Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Lime Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lime Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lime Green have?
Lime Green by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lime Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lime Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lime Green are Stem Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fresh Artichoke by Behr (a near-identical match), Green Gecko by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lime Green's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Lime Green?
Lime Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lime Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.